Nico Alkalay
Westminster,CO
Summary
Dynamic Bakery Manager and former Pastry Chef at Safta, skilled in sales strategy development and team leadership. Successfully increased revenue through innovative recipe creation and effective budgeting. Proven ability to enhance brand visibility via social media, engaging customers and driving growth in a competitive market. Proficient in sales and interpersonal interactions with clients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bakery Manager/Business Owner
Self-employeed
Westminster, CO
01.2019 - Current
- Monitored financial objectives and prepared budgets according to projections.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Created new recipes using available ingredients and for special occasions.
- Developed and maintained an online presence through website management and social media.
- Analyzed sales data and adjusted strategies to maximize revenue.
Pastry Chef
Safta
Denver, CO
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Managed inventory of baking supplies and ingredients, reducing waste.
- Oversaw pastry production for catering, pick-up orders and in-store customers.
- Developed unique recipes for pastries and desserts, using seasonal ingredients.
- Supervised preparation and presentation of desserts for catered events.
Social Media Manager
Bakery Cafe at Greystone
Napa, CA
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed and implemented comprehensive social media strategies to increase brand visibility and engagement across multiple platforms.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Organized events or webinars related to the company's products or services.
Education
Master of Arts - Business Management
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO07-2025
Associate of Arts - Baking & Pastry Arts
Culinary Institute of America
Napa, CA08-2022
Skills
- Team leadership
- Sales strategy development
- Teamwork
- Budgeting
- Customer service
Affiliations
- Performing Arts
- Volunteering
Languages
Hebrew
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Food Service Handler Certification
Timeline
Pastry Chef
Safta
08.2024 - 02.2025
Social Media Manager
Bakery Cafe at Greystone
04.2022 - 08.2022
Bakery Manager/Business Owner
Self-employeed
01.2019 - Current
Master of Arts - Business Management
Colorado State University
Associate of Arts - Baking & Pastry Arts
Culinary Institute of America
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